<p>I hope you can visit some schools soon. There are some schools, BA or BFA, where there would be competition and a hierarchy based on experience - and there are other schools where that is completely irrelevant. </p>
<p>It is completely possible to begin preparing to audition into college programs as a junior or even a senior in HS. But you do need to do a lot of research, ask questions, and probably have a coach or mentor who can help you. Good luck - and keep talking to us, if you find that helpful.</p>